Science and religion in The Prestige

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3 pages

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07/28/2009

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Table of Contents Science and religion in The Prestige Table of Contents

 
  1. Introduction
  2. Defying death and shocking the audiences
  3. The death of Angier's wife
  4. A look into the main characters of the film
  5. The scientific part of magic
  6. Conclusion

Abstract

Christopher Nolan's The prestige is a complex film dealing with issues other than magic. The movie touches on life themes such as family, love, and relationships, but it also talks about religious themes such as truth and sacrifice. The movie starts off with the narrator, Cutter, giving an interpretation of what magic is. There are three steps to a magic show. First is the "Pledge", where a real life situation is set up. The next step is the "Turn", where the possibility and realism of the act is questioned. The third and final act is the "prestige", the trick is completed and things are set back to normal. These three steps, while on the surface are related to magic; at their core portray religious themes. Christopher Nolan's The prestige used elements of magic to explain the connection between science and religion.

The movie begins with a few magicians working together. Borden, Angier, and Cutter, with the help of Angier's wife, come up with the newest tricks of the age. Each member of the group has separate motives. Borden does magic in a natural way seeking different ways to impress audiences.

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Level :General public Study : Biology School/University : Augustana - Il

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